Overall Health Rating
The Map AI Health Index is a score that reflects local life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment to help you quickly compare the overall health and well-being of different areas.
General Health Overview
| Metric | Borden County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 78.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 1.4% | 17.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Borden County is 1.4%, lower than the Texas average of 17.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Borden County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.7% | 13.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.1% | 6.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.9% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.6% | 37.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.7% | 21.1% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Borden County is about 40% lower than in Texas. The rate of cancer in Borden County is about 24% higher than in Texas. The rate of diabetes in Borden County is about 23% lower than in Texas.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Borden County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 13.4% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% | 17.3% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 19.4% | 29.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Borden County is about 34% lower than in Texas. The rate of smoking in Borden County is about 33% lower than in Texas.
Air Quality
| Metric | Borden County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.54 | 6.84 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Borden County is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Borden County, Texas.
What percentage of Borden County, Texas residents are uninsured?
1.4% of Borden County, Texas residents are uninsured, lower than the Texas average of 17.4%.
What percentage of Borden County, Texas residents are obese?
31.6% of Borden County, Texas residents are classified as obese, lower than the Texas average of 37.6%.